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Charing Cross MCF01_02_0217
CHARING CROSS, CITY OF WESTMINSTER, GREATER LONDON. A busy street scene at Charing Cross, showing a policeman guiding pedestrians crossing the road to and from Trafalgar Square.
The photograph is one of a batch taken by the photographer to show coronation decorations in London. Flags and bunting can be seen decorating the surrounding area for the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary on 22nd June 1911
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1910s People Street Scene Road Junction
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This print captures the bustling energy of Charing Cross in the early 1910s. The scene showcases a vibrant street filled with people going about their daily lives, while a diligent policeman guides pedestrians across the road to and from Trafalgar Square. The significance of this photograph lies in its connection to the grand coronation decorations that adorned London in June 1911. As flags and bunting elegantly drape over buildings, lampposts, and shopfronts, it becomes evident that King George V and Queen Mary's impending coronation was a momentous occasion for the city. Photographer Katherine MacFee skillfully captured this snapshot as part of her series documenting these extraordinary decorations. Her lens not only immortalizes an ordinary day at one of London's busiest intersections but also serves as a historical record of the festive atmosphere surrounding such a significant event. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how life unfolded on those historic streets over a century ago. It is through photographs like these that we can appreciate both the timeless beauty of Charing Cross itself and its role as an enduring symbol of London's rich history.
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